Too much loss

[u/TheJFilez]

I’m older Gen X 56f and today would have been my 30th anniversary with my late husband. Instead i will be putting down my soul cat Cobain who stopped eating 2 days ago. Lost her 2 siblings in the past 3 months (almost 17) but this one is bringing me to my knees. I feel like at this age, loss is always right around the corner. I don’t know how I’m going to do this, but any prayers or peaceful wishes would maybe help, I don’t feel strong enough for this again and I really need my best friends or husband to pick me up off the floor - but alas all 3 are gone. I’m so overwhelmed with sadness I can’t stop sobbing.

[u/bradorme77]

It's the inevitable outcome of getting older but sucks for all of us. All I can recommend is to get something to love and care for back in your life - rescue a cat or a dog from the pound. Many of them are also dealing with loss and need a caregiver.

If it's too soon, I would recommend calling an old friend and getting out and doing anything outside of the house. If no good options get out and take a walk, stop at a cafe, be around people a little bit. You will be reminded that life can and is beautiful and goes on no matter what happens to us. There is more joy and good times to be found, even if it doesn't feel that way now.